Electrical Apprentice - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition ID:38658

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation.

Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world.

Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

This is semi-skilled and skilled work of considerable variety under the journeyperson level of responsibility but requiring involvement in all phases of the journeyperson's work.

Detailed assignments and instructions both oral and written are received from a superior who checks the work during progress and upon completion for good workmanship, the attainment of desired objectives and conformance with established standards.

The apprentice also assists in performing the illustrative examples of work identified by the Journeyperson Electrician class specifications, which have provisions for an apprenticeship program.

The apprentice is required to perform the journeyperson's illustrative examples of work for the trade at the journeyperson level in various stages of his apprenticeship.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by the successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Electrical Trades.
Completion of a recognized preapprenticeship training course in the trade of electricians will be considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge of the hazards and proper safety aspects of the trade.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good attendance is of operational importance.
Ability to operate hand tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment related to the electricians trade.
Ability to master the manual skill and technical knowledge involved in the Electrician trade.

Driver's License and Record Checks:

A current and valid BC Driver's License and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year

The City's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time.

However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Business Unit/Department:
Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation:
IBEW-EOB

Employment Type:
Regular Full Time

Position Start Date:
June 2023

Number of Positions:2

Salary Information:
Pay Grade GR-091: $17.58 to 39.43 per hour

Application Close:
June 1, 2023

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve.

Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process._ _Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.